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Tissot Heritage 1973vsTissot Telemeter 1938

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Heritage 1973
TissotHeritage 1973
MSRP $2,575
Telemeter 1938
TissotTelemeter 1938
MSRP $2,400

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Heritage 197343mm
Telemeter 193842mm
Power Reserve
Heritage 197360h
Telemeter 193868h
Water Resistance
Heritage 1973100m
Telemeter 193830m
MSRP
Heritage 1973$2,575
Telemeter 1938$2,400

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
14.8mm
13.85mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.6mm
42mm
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Indices
Indexes
Arabic
Lume
Super-LumiNova ®
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Valjoux
Valjoux A05.231
Power Reserve
60h
68h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,575
$2,400

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What people say

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Tissot Heritage 1973

The Tissot Heritage 1973 is widely praised for its faithful vintage aesthetic, featuring a tonneau or cushion case with contrasting finishes and a panda dial with orange accents. Owners and reviewers alike appreciate its compelling remake of a 1970s racing watch, with some specifically noting the attractive dial and case curves. The watch is powered by the ETA 7753 automatic chronograph movement, offering a 60-hour power reserve. However, some find its 43mm or 44mm diameter to be large-wearing, and one owner reported difficulty setting the date and a chronograph reset that is consistently one second off. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner noting 10-15 seconds per day. The radial brushed case finish, while visually appealing, is noted as being prone to scratches that are difficult to polish out. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot Heritage 1973 highly for its tempting value and credible vintage racing style.

Tissot Telemeter 1938

The Tissot Telemeter 1938 is widely praised for its vintage-inspired aesthetic, handsome dial finishing, and value as a mechanical chronograph. Owners and reviewers highlight its balanced dial, the "old-looking" vintage logo, and the attractive two-tone dial variations. The Valjoux A05.231 movement is noted for its 68-hour power reserve, though one owner describes its feel as "alive" and "like its engine." The double-sided anti-reflective coating and the way sunlight interacts with the hands are also appreciated. However, the 42mm case size is frequently cited as being too large for a retro-inspired watch, with many wishing for a smaller option, and its 30-meter water resistance is considered poor. The pusher feel is described as sharp, though slightly stiff, and one reviewer found the Tissot branding on the dial and crown excessive.

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